CJ 5840 - Applied Criminology

Institution:

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This graduate course offering covers the theories, principles, techniques, materials, and methods commonly employed in the disciplines of criminology and criminal justice. The particular emphasis is on examining empirical bases for decision-making through examination of existing research and contributions of criminology and other social sciences to identifying “best practices” for law enforcement operations. Students are expected to complete a class project based on the course material and applying this material to issues they confront in their own departments. Both oral and written products reflecting these projects are required.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.virginia.edu/

Phone Number:

(434) 924-0311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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